Conestoga (rolling tarp flatbed) freight rate per mile
$3.00 - $3.95/mile
National-average reference range (DAT 2026 basis, all-in including fuel surcharge). Reference ranges only, your lane, season, and fuel will move these. Always price your own load. Price your load with the calculator below.
Low end
$3.00/mi
High end
$3.95/mi
Typical fuel economy
6.2 mpg
What drives the Conestoga rate
- Conestoga rates track flatbed closely, with a small premium for the rolling tarp system.
- Weather-sensitive freight (steel coil, paper, manufactured goods) is the primary demand driver.
- Fewer Conestogas than standard flatbeds in the fleet supports a consistent rate premium.
- Faster load and unload vs. manual tarping reduces detention risk for time-sensitive shippers.
How to price your Conestoga load
Price at or just above the current flatbed market for your lane, with a small premium for rolling-tarp convenience. Confirm the shipper needs full enclosure before booking a Conestoga over a standard flatbed.
Open load profit calculatorFrequently asked questions
Conestoga (rolling tarp flatbed) is $3.00-$3.95/mile all-in (DAT 2026 national average). Your specific lane, season, and fuel costs will move these numbers significantly in either direction, so always price from your actual lane data before accepting a load.
